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The Central Columbus Dixie Darlings Rolle dthrough downtown Whiteville this morning en route to the state championships.

Dixie Darlings and Sweetees head for state championships

July 9, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

The Columbus Dixie Darlings were honored in a parade through downtown Whiteville this morning. With flags and balloons flying, the sluggers were escorted by the Whiteville Fire Department and Columbus County Sheriff’s Office as they [Read More]

Grandma’s house

July 8, 2021 Columbus County News Comments Off

Tabor City life wasn’t easy during the 1930s, but hard times helped create a special woman. Essie Nealey, often known by the name of “Aunt Essie,” even to those who truly weren’t related, is [Read More]

Donations to the fundraiser help with needed equipment at the station. The boot drop at Lake Waccamaw Fire and Rescue has become an Independence Day tradition.

Lake firefighters work to ‘fill the boot’

July 5, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

Lake Waccamaw firefighters were directing traffic at the fire station and the State Park boat landing Saturday, but not because of emergencies.Firefighters and their families were out collecting money for the annual Boot Drop. Donations [Read More]

Dr. A. Nicole Jenkins is surrounded by family and friends as she officially opened her practice in Whiteville.

Physical therapist opens in Whiteville

June 30, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

The Columbus County Chamber of Commerce welcomed Dr. A. Nicole Jenkins Wednesday morning in a ribbon cutting ceremony for the opening of her new practice, Doctor of Physical Therapy.The office is located at 612 Jefferson [Read More]

The road will feature a number of competitions and demonstrations over two days in August. (file)

Rodeo returns to Lake Waccamaw

June 30, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

The cowboys (and cowgirls) are coming back to Lake Waccamaw. The Boys and Girls Home of North Carolina will host a rodeo Aug. 13 – 14. It is sponsored by the Southeastern Gospel Music Association. [Read More]

Waddell releases second book on parents

June 30, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

Local author Dr. Bobby Waddell continues to detail his journey as a Christian with the release of his second book, Turnabout. Turnabout was published in April. It follows Principles, which was released July 2020 and details the five major [Read More]

Business

Academy to hold Freshman Family Night and Picnic

June 29, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

Columbus Career and College Academy will be having a Freshman Family Night and Picnic on July 29, at 5:30 p.m. in the auditorium at the Southeastern Community College campus. Due to seating limitations, the staff [Read More]

Shop local and shop small in Tabor City for Independence Day

June 28, 2021 Columbus County News Comments Off

A “buy local” event is being held by the Greater Tabor City Chamber of Commerce July 1 through July 4. The event is an effort to encourage citizens to support local businesses and help the community. [Read More]

July 4 is North Carolina's Free Fishing Day. While no license is required, all other rules apply.

Celebrate freedom with free fishing

June 28, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

This Independence Day, anyone in North Carolina, regardless of age, will be able to fish for free. Free Fishing Day, which runs from 12 a.m. until 11:59 p.m. on July 4, offers residents and out-of-state [Read More]

Delisle with one of his signature porch swings.

Lake woodworker turns hobby into business

June 24, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

Don Delisle is a Lake Waccamaw local with a story to tell. Like many at the height of the pandemic, he was laid off from his job of 46 years. With bills to pay, and [Read More]

Fireworks set for July 1 at South Columbus High School

June 22, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

The annual Independence Day fireworks show will be held this year on July 1 at South Columbus High School. The gates will open at 5 p.m., and fireworks are set to begin at 9:30 p.m. Refreshments [Read More]

First post-pandemic Friday Fest held at museum

June 22, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

The first Friday Fest for 2021 – and the first since the pandemic — was held this past weekend at the Lake Waccamaw Train Depot Museum. The tradition goes as far back as 32 years, [Read More]

Mt. Tabor Manna opened sooner than anticipated -- during the pandemic.

Pandemic sped up plans for Mt. Tabor

June 16, 2021 Columbus County News Comments Off

On a back street in Tabor City sits a small, local secret — a family-operated café called Mt. Tabor Manna. The cozy little nook sits just behind the post office, a short drive down Orange [Read More]

Lori Harper sings for the crowd at Monday's ceremony in Tabor City.

New downtown gazebo to ‘bring it together’

June 15, 2021 Columbus County News Comments Off

Donors hope the new gazebo in downtown Tabor City will provide a focal point for pride in the town. The gazebo, located at the Tabor City Library, was dedicated in a special ceremony Monday night, [Read More]

Lorrie Cartret is just one of those who work behind the scenes at area schools.

Staff makes difference at schools

June 15, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

While teachers are a core part of every school, those behind the scenes are too often forgotten. The teacher’s aide is the helping hands of the classroom. Bus drivers are charged with keeping their children [Read More]

Search teams from three counties, along with a Highway Patrol helicopter and volunteers, scoured the southern end of the lake looking for the victim.

Search ends in tragedy Sunday morning

June 14, 2021 Columbus County News Comments Off

By Crystal Faircloth and Jefferson Weaver The body of a St. Paul’s man was recovered Sunday morning after personnel from three counties spent an arduous weekend of searching Lake Waccamaw. Francisco Javier Vazquez Hernandez, known as [Read More]

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Dixie Darlings and Sweetees head for state championships

Grandma’s house

Lake firefighters work to ‘fill the boot’

Physical therapist opens in Whiteville

Rodeo returns to Lake Waccamaw

Waddell releases second book on parents

Academy to hold Freshman Family Night and Picnic

Shop local and shop small in Tabor City for Independence Day

Celebrate freedom with free fishing

Lake woodworker turns hobby into business

Fireworks set for July 1 at South Columbus High School

First post-pandemic Friday Fest held at museum

Pandemic sped up plans for Mt. Tabor

New downtown gazebo to ‘bring it together’

Staff makes difference at schools

Search ends in tragedy Sunday morning